Learning Objectives

Preparation and familiarity with research, leading to increased employment opportunities.

Exploration of career and educational goals through personal interactions with workingmanagers, scientists and policy staff.

Qualifications

Internship will be offered with a preference in the following order: (1) tribal member or descendant of one of the four CRITFC member tribes, (2) tribal member or descendant of a non-CRITFC member tribe, (3) non-enrolled individuals with an enrolled parent or grandparent; and (4) non-tribal member interested in learning about natural resource issues from a tribal perspective.

High school graduate or college student.

Have an interest in majoring in a natural resources field or library science.

Have experience using a library for research.

Have an interest in working for a tribal organization

Consider pursuing a career in natural resources or library science.

Ability to lift and carry boxes of books (50-75 lbs).

Supervision

Supervision received: CRITFC StreamNet Library staff

Working Conditions

The majority of the internship involves working in an office environment using a computer for data entry, searching databases and organizing materials. Training will be provided on-site.

Policy & Education

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CRITFC
Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish CommissionOur mission is to ensure a unified tribal voice in the management of Columbia River basin fishery resources and to protect the reserved treaty fishing rights of our member tribes.